2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |