1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 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 Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
