1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 286 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
