1961 Alpine A 108 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 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 108 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |