1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
