1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1978 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 2300 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
