1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 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, 1966 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
