1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
