1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 Austin A 60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1968 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 60 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |