1987 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 42 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Datsun |
| Model | AX | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
