1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
