1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1190 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.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
