2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 698 kg more than 1971 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Carisma | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
