1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Innocenti Mini | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | Mini | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |