1960 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
