1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
