1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 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 (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |