1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
