1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
