2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 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 Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
