1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Cherry | i20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2525 mm |
