1976 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | CX | Sunny |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |