2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,898 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 150 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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | A | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1898 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
