1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 36 kg more than 1976 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 Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
