2009 Audi A3 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 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, 2009 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
