2005 Citroen C vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
