1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 436 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
