1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 40 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 477 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Cherry | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
