1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 49 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bluebird | Spark |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
