2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
