1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
