1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 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 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 55 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
