1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 406 kg more than 1975 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
