1994 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 652 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
