1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 489 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Bluebird | Impreza |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2624 mm |