2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
