2002 Ford Ka vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 31 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 441 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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
