1978 Morgan 4 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 306 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Morgan 4 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
