1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
