1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Cherry | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2467 mm |
