1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1973 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2680 mm |
