2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 460 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 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |