1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 550 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, 2003 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Cherry | Altea |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |