1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 203 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
