1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 600 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 ix20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Cherry | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2615 mm |
