1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
