1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 256 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Cherry | Croma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
