1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 389 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cherry | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
