2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1975 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ducato | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2510 mm |
