1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 2200 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
