1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 112 kg more than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
