1987 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 15 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
