1957 Ford Popular vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1966 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 222 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Nissan Bluebird (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Popular | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |