1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1975 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
