2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Cherry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |