1953 Ford Consul vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 366 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
