1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 26 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 618 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 021 C | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
