1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 966 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
