1959 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 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 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | A10 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2430 mm |
