2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 376 kg more than 1975 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 Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
