1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
