1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird 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 25 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
