1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1975 Innocenti Mini is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Violet 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 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Violet |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2460 mm |
