1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1964 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 41 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 203 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
