1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zephyr (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
