1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 1973 AC 428 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 750 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Nissan | AC |
| Model | Cherry | 428 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
