1947 Austin 16 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 1983 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1983 |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
