2006 Nissan Note vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Nissan Note is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Note weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 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 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Note | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Note | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
