2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1967 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 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
