1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |