2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 34 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, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
