1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Riley Kestrel (64 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Riley Kestrel should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 215 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, 1969 Riley Kestrel (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Cherry | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
