2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 426 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
