1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
