1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 531 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Cherry | C3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
