1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1966 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ritmo | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |