1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 376 kg more than 1971 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Cherry |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |