1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 22 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. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Seicento | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |