2005 Mini One vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 365 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mini One (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | One | Sports |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2160 mm |
