2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 332 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |