1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 289 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Bluebird | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
