1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1969 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Austin Maxi is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Bluebird 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 1969 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi, 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, 1978 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1969 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
