1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
