1985 Fiat 127 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Fiat 127 is newer by 12 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat 127 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 127 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
