2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 221 kg more than 1971 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 Palio (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
