1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 2012 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Cherry | C3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
