1964 Austin Princess vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1978 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2400 mm |
