1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 232 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
