1978 Fiat 128 vs. 1978 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1978 Fiat 128 and 1978 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 128 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1978 Nissan Sunny is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 128, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1978 Nissan Sunny has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 128 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Nissan Sunny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 128 | 1978 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
