1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1966 Nissan Sunny is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Sunny (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 34 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
