1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 432 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Bluebird | Altima |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2675 mm |