1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 646 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |
