2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 159 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
