1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1966 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 170 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
