1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 46 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 303 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Polo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1269 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |