1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |