2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
