1986 Nissan Sunny vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Sunny | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Sunny | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
