2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
