1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 206 (134 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 197 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, 2009 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 206 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
