1983 Lancia Prisma vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Lancia Prisma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Prisma | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Prisma | Sunny |
Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |