1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
