1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 36 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
