1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 855 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Kappa | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
