2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1964 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 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
