2004 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (115 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
