2007 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 241 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
