1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 21 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Bluebird | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Bluebird | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
