1968 Morgan 4 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 246 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morgan 4 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
