2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
