1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 403 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
