1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
