1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 663 kg more than 1970 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
