1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 46 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1347 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
