1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 386 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
