2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
