1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 227 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
