1983 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Panda | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Cherry |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |