1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 8 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Alfasud | Sunny |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |