2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
