1985 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 13 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 210 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
