2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 714 kg more than 1967 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
