1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 55 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |