1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 107 is newer by 32 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 20 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, 2011 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 107 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
