1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa, 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |