2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForTwo | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2400 mm |
