2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
