1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1400 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |