1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 206 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
