2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1971 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 C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| 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 | 241 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
