1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 328 kg more than 1979 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Tempra | Cherry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |