1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 30 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 305 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 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
