1975 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1975 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Bluebird | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Bluebird | 440 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
