1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 962 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2960 mm |
