1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 304 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 304 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
