1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
