1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 307 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
