1946 Austin 16 vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
