1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
