2000 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
