1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
