1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1969 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D 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 43 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Bluebird | 500D |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1850 mm |
