2001 Audi A2 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
