1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
