2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
