1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 456 kg more than 1972 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, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
