1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Bluebird | Olympia |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |