1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 205 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Bluebird | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Publica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
