1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 37 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 850 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.
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 Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
