1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 133 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |
