1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 225 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tipo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
