1951 Austin A vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 20 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 245 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
