1982 Citroen LN vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 19 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 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 246 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
