1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1972 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
