1951 Austin A vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1963 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 275 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |