1988 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 18 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
