1968 Morris Minor vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 Morris Minor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Nissan Bluebird (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
