1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 260 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 988 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 | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |