1969 Monteverdi 400 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 400 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
