2001 Mini One vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | One | Santana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
