2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
