1980 Lancia Gamma vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Lancia Gamma 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Gamma (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 636 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 Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Gamma | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Gamma | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
