2006 MG TF vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
