1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |