1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 226 kg more than 1975 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 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
