1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
