1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Cabriolet | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
