1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
