1976 Mini MK III vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Mini MK III is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 356 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK III | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | MK III | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
