1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 244 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
