1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 4 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 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 116 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, 1975 Peugeot 104 (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 104 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
