2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 826 kg more than 1975 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 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
