2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |