2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
