1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 722 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | Mini | Versa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
