1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 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 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 146 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
