1988 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 16 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 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 36 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
