1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Fiesta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
