1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Cherry | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
