2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 33 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 226 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
