1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 17 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 81 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G33 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
