1984 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 404 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. 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, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Bluebird | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
