1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 270 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
