1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1972 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1972 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Allion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
