1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
