1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 392 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
