1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 176 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Mini Metro | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
