1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 678 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Cherry | A3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
