1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 24 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 336 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.
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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | Sprite | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1000 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 |
