1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 352 kg more than 1988 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
