1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 575 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
