1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | 117 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
