1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 42 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Clio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
