1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 485 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
