1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 600 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
