1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 106 is newer by 27 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 106 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
