2001 Fiat Brava vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Fiat Brava is newer by 29 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Brava weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Brava | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
