1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
