1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 38 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 360 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, 2012 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Cherry | A1 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2469 mm |