1962 Simca 1000 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 538 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
