1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 32 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 380 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | Vitz |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |