1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 526 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sprite | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
