1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 85 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, 1975 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 106 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
