1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 9 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
