1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Bluebird | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
