1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 275 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 2CV | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
