1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1988 Nissan Vanette is newer by 19 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), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 575 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Vanette |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
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 | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2080 mm |