1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 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 (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
