1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini Clubman 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 34 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Clubman | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
