1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1612 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Citi |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
