1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
