1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Cherry | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
