1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 526 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 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Bluebird | i30 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |