1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (133 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Bluebird | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
