1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 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 C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Cherry | C5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
