1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 31 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 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 891 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, 2006 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
