1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 201 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
