1986 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 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 |
