2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 815 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 |
