1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 900 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | Mini | Sentra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |