2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 680 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 Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
