1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
