2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 45 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 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
