1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
