1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
