2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
