1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird 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 23 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 6 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
