1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 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 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
