1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Nissan | Riley |
Model | Bluebird | 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |