1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
