2003 Mini One vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | One | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
