1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 1976 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
