1980 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 30 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 572 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | Mini | Cube |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |