1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
