1970 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen GS (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 185 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, 1974 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
