1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 36 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Altima |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
