1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 126 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
