2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
