1975 Mini MK III vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mini MK III | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | MK III | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2960 mm |
