1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
