1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1969 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1969 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 135 L |
