1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | Sprite | Cherry |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |