2002 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
