1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 353 kg more than 1973 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 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Beta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
