1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charmant | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
