1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 203 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
