1966 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 766 kg more than 1975 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
