1983 Citroen LN vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 12 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen LN weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
