1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 206 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
