1990 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 203 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen AX | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | AX | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |