1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth Monomille (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth Monomille | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Monomille | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
