1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 444 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 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Versa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
