1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 511 kg more than 1973 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 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Cherry |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |