2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 33 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 788 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
