1999 Audi A2 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 29 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, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
