1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 565 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, 1971 Triumph 2000 (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Cherry | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
