2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
