2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 375 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Cherry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |