1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 14 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
