2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 34 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 379 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
