1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Bluebird | Fit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 117 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2499 mm |
