2007 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 588 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
