1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 601 kg more than 1971 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 (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 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 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 684 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 |
