1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 22 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 8 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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 (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
