1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
