2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
