1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (59 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 644 kg more than 1964 Fiat 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |
