1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
