1971 Mini MK III vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1992 Nissan Vanette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mini MK III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini MK III | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | MK III | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2080 mm |
