1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Scudo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
