1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1973 Steyr 126
To start off, both 1973 Nissan Bluebird and 1973 Steyr 126 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Steyr 126. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 367 kg more than 1973 Steyr 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1973 Steyr 126 | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Bluebird | 126 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
