1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1994 Fiat Tempra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1972 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Tempra | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
