1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 486 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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
