2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 567 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | Beaulieu | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
