1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 386 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, 1999 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 206 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
