1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | SZ | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
