1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 127 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
