1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 7 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 103 kg more than 1981 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Sprint | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
