1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 36 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 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 178 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
