1976 Mini MK III vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Mini MK III is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK III | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | MK III | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
