2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
