1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 16 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 245 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
