1978 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 298 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 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
