1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1301 weights approximately 40 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Bluebird | 1301 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 995 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 |