2003 Kia Opirus vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 794 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Opirus | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
