1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Bluebird | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
