1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 38 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 498 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Cherry | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |