1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Cedric | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2466 mm |
