1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 115 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. 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 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Publica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2140 mm |
