2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
