1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
