1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
