1987 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 77 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
