1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 626 kg more than 1975 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
