1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
