1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
