1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 6 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |