1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,177 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1200 (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1200 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1972 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, 1965 NSU 1200 (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Cherry | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
