1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica 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 34 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
