1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 20 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 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 222 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Bluebird | Samba |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
