1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 224 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2400 mm |
