1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
