1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Because 1968 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Bluebird | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2060 mm |
