1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 110 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, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
