1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 19 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 68 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
