1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 345 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Cherry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |