2006 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 950 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 1971 Nissan Bluebird
Make Audi Nissan
Model A4 Bluebird
Year Released 2006 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1428 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2430 mm