2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ducato | Cherry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2400 mm |