1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 10 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), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 277 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, 1983 Fiat Regata (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Regata | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
