1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 540 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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 2300 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 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 |