1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 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 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 179 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 600 (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 988 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 | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
