1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 8 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 313 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
