1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 99 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |