2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
