1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 33 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 385 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 206 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
