1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 101 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
