1975 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (49 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 247 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
