2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 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 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Sunny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |