1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 47 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Beetle |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |