1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 992 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 | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |