2006 Nissan Almera vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 648 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 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Almera | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
