1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1971 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 404 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
