1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
