1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1961 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 203 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
