2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 235 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
