2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |