1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1964 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 371 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
