2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
