2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 593 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
