1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
