2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
