2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 425 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 Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Picasso | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
