2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
