1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Nissan Sports weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Sports |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2160 mm |
