1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 70 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 70 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2340 mm |
