1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 9 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 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
