1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
