1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 37 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2960 mm |
