1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2430 mm |
