1985 Fiat 126 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
