1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
