1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
