1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 915 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 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue 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 Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2700 mm |
