1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1969 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Bluebird | 312 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
