2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
