1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 230 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Uno | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
