1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 17 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 231 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
