1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 148 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Sprint | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
