1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 450 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, 1965 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
