1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 43 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
