2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
