1957 Lotus Seven 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 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lotus Seven weights approximately 66 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 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
