1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 130 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
