1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 1900 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
