2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 513 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 695 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
