1957 Ford Consul vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 101 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
