1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 34 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 116 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Cherry | i10 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
