1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 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), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 428 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Cherry | C3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
