1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 41 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 451 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Versa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
