1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 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 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 60 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, 1983 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
