1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Citroen Bx is newer by 21 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, 1993 Citroen Bx (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Bx | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
