1995 Citroen AX vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 24 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 16 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
