2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 35 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
