2010 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. 1984 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Fiorino | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Fiorino | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
