1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Sunny | Nano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
