1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 169 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
