2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1972 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 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Brilliance | Nissan |
| Model | BS4 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
