1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 41 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 485 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Nissan | Mini |
Model | Cherry | Coupe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2467 mm |