1994 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
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 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, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 27 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 Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry 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 Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
