1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 14 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), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 276 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
