1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 406 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Cherry | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
