1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 181 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, 1971 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 204 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
