1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 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 19 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | 100A Cherry | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2300 mm |
