2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 156 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |