1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 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 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Cherry | 500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
