1984 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 11 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 190 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
