1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 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, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cherry | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
