1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
