1982 Fiat Strada vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Strada (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Strada weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 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, 1982 Fiat Strada (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
