1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
