1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,724 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 326 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, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cherry | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
