1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 655 kg more than 1973 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 Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfetta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
