1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
