1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
