1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
