1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Nissan Sports weights approximately 48 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Innocenti Mini (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Sports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2160 mm |
