1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 102 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elite | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
