1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1981 Lancia Gamma is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 636 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, 1981 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Cherry | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
