1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 462 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
