1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 552 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |