1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Nissan |
| Model | 2000 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
