1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electron 1976 Nissan Bluebird
Make Fairthorpe Nissan
Model Electron Bluebird
Year Released 1960 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 42 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2660 mm


 

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