1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ritmo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
