1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1994 Fiat Ulysse and 1976 Nissan Bluebird are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
