1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 76 kg more than 1971 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
