1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Sunny | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
