1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Bluebird | Insight |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
