1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 36 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 424 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Cherry | Accent |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2499 mm |
