1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1980 Reliant SE6 is newer by 9 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 555 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, 1980 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Cherry | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Nissan | Reliant |
Model | Cherry | SE6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |