2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 348 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Micra | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
