1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 415 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Bluebird | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
