1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 372 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cherry | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
