2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 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 GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
