2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
