1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
