1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 203 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
