1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
