1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 15 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 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 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Prisma | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
