2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 426 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
