1982 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 11 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 286 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, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
