1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno 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, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 59 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Uno (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 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 |
