1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley Kestrel (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 114 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, 1967 Riley Kestrel (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Cherry | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
