2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
