1957 Ford 17M vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17M | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
