1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
