2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 445 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
