1957 Holden FE 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 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 296 kg more than 1971 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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
