1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 36 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 445 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Cherry | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
