1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 184 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Floride |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
