1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 781 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | Focus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
