2011 Hyundai H1 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai H1 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | H1 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2400 mm |
