2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
