2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
