1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 376 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
