1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
