1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 494 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
