2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
