1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 741 kg more than 1973 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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
