1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 195 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Cherry |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |