1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Bluebird | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
