2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 29 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 21 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
