1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Sunny | C4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
