1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 38 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 364 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Bluebird | Forte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |
