2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |