1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Sunny (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Sunny |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |