1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 14 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 300 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 145 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |