1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 770 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mexico | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Mexico | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
