1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 403 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
