1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Bluebird | A3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
