1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |