1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 106 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
