1971 Citroen SM vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 755 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, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen SM | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | SM | Cherry |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |