2006 Honda Insight vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 33 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Insight | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
