1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 600 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 85 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 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 |
