1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
