1950 Ford Vedette vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 445 kg more than 1972 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 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
