1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Crew 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 1998 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1998 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | Mini | Crew |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |