1960 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
