2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
