1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
