2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 19 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
