1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Arna | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
