1954 Ford Consul vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1963 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
