1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | Mini | Skyline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |