1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1975 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | P4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
