1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 226 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 206 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
