1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 43 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 2CV | Sunny |
Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |