1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Because 1973 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | iQ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
