2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 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 Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Sunny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |