1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 35 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1055 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
