1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
