1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Cherry | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
