1965 Mini Countryman vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 509 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Mini Countryman, 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mini Countryman | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Countryman | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
