2008 Honda Fit vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 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 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Fit | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
