2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Panda (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
