1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 33 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 94 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, 2011 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | Aygo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |