1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Toledo 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 15 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Triumph Toledo. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Bluebird | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
