1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 4 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
