1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Citroen Axel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Sunny (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen Axel weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Sunny (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Axel | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
