1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 588 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 2012 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Bluebird | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2741 mm |