1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1545 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 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | Mini | Patrol |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2400 mm |