2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Sunny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |