2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 31 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, 1974 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
