1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1979 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 299 kg more than 1964 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, 1979 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Bluebird | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
