2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
