1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 351 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 404 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
