1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700. 1980 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
