1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 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, 1946 Triumph Roadster (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Sunny | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
