2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
