1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
