2006 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |