1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Indigo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
