2009 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
