1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 615 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
