2009 Honda Fit vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 781 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | Cherry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |