1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (81 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 352 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Fiat Regata (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
