1976 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 581 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
