1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
