2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 36 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 95 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, 1973 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
