1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 17 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
