1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 127 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
