1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 60 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 60 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |