1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 5 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, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 15 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
