1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Prefect weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
