2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 165 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
