1961 Austin A vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |