1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
