1971 Mini MK III vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 36 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 930 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 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano 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 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | MK III | Murano |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
