1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 570 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Bluebird | 360 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1780 mm |