1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
