2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2400 mm |
