1976 Mini MK III vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1976 Mini MK III and 1976 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | MK III | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |