2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
