1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Bluebird | Leone |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
