1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
