2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Cherry (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
