2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
