1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 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 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
