2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
