1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
