2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 20 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), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 450 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 156 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
