1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1964 Fiat 1300 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 1964 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
